Question re numbness post surgery
Hello. Recently diagnosed and had lumpectomy and two nodes removed on 7/11. Am really bothered by the numbness extending from my elbow to my breast with the worst section in the armpit. Live rurally s...
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Hopefully it will settle down soon, @Maggie62 but it can take a while ... even months! :(
Feel free to call the helpline here on Mon-fri ... they may also be able to put your mind to rest xx it is just good to chat about it.
It is such a steep learning curve and we've all 'been there' :( if there is real pain, swelling and discomfort .... contact your surgeon's rooms.
Make sure you get your travel forms filled in too ... you may as well get reimbursed what you can. ;) We have quite a few members in SA too ... who knows, you may be able to get together for a coffee and a chat. ;)
Take care xx
Feel free to call the helpline here on Mon-fri ... they may also be able to put your mind to rest xx it is just good to chat about it.
It is such a steep learning curve and we've all 'been there' :( if there is real pain, swelling and discomfort .... contact your surgeon's rooms.
Make sure you get your travel forms filled in too ... you may as well get reimbursed what you can. ;) We have quite a few members in SA too ... who knows, you may be able to get together for a coffee and a chat. ;)
Take care xx